If I were to think about characteristics that would make a person a hero, I think one of those characteristics would be that he or she wouldn't use struggles, bad days, or obstacles as an excuse to not work as hard, try as hard, believe as hard. I would expect a hero to push right through without complaining or even mentioning those things that make the task harder. There's something really unsettling about someone who can only do great things in the right conditions and lets the struggles beat him or her down. There are no excuses. Sure, people will understand if you aren't feeling well or if things aren't going well for you, but what makes you truly admirable is the ability to keep going strong despite those obstacles.

There's nothing special about a flashlight in the middle of a sunny day. If that flashlight burns out the moment it gets dark out, it's useless.